Program Coordinator/Shoreline Community College

This position works under the general supervision of the Director of Workforce Education Programs. The Program Coordinator is responsible for the development/coordination of the Basic Food Stamp Employment and Training program (BFET). BFET is a federal program providing low-income adults with flexible financial aid and comprehensive support to help them with success in professional technical educational programs and  ABE/ESL/GED. This position implements program policies; determines and processes paperwork related to participant eligibility; and is responsible for the completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports that reflect various program activities. This position interacts on multiple levels with internal and external partners such as staff in financial aid, workforce education, co-located community based programs, DSHS, and WorkSource centers.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education & Experience:
• High School Graduate OR equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in Human Services or a related field; AND
• Washington State driver’s license OR the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire

Preferred Education & Experience:
• Fluency in more than one (1) language
• Experience working within a community college setting

Knowledge of:       
• Employment/training programs such as BFET, Workforce Education or equivalent
• Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Explorer, Outlook and Word

Skill in:
• Contributing to the College’s commitment to foster a climate of multicultural understanding
• Establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships at all organizational level
• Disseminating complex information to a variety of diverse audiences
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously with a strong attention to detail
• Working with culturally/economically diverse populations both independently and in a team environment
• Analyzing/applying established procedures and developing/implementing new processes
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with an emphasis on customer service

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Ability to work in an office setting, using standard office equipment including a computer, and attend meetings both on campus and other off-site locations.
• Ability to read printed materials and a computer screen.
• Ability to communicate in English in both person and through appropriate means.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT/SALARY
This position is allocated to pay range 37, under the Washington State Department of Personnel Higher Education Salary Schedule.  The starting salary is $2482 with pay increases to $3213 per month. Salary placement for new employees is determined by the College.  Shoreline Community College provides a generous benefits package which includes health care coverage and dental insurance for employees and eligible family members/domestic partners, retirement plan, disability insurance, vacation and sick leave and up to eleven paid holidays.  This position works 40 hours per week, dependent upon department needs.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire
• Membership in the Washington Federation of State Employees is required within 30 days of hire.
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon offer of employment           

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To be considered for this position, please submit the following:
• Shoreline Community College Application
• Letter of Interest addressing EACH requested qualification:
• Required Education and Experience
•  Knowledge of and Skill In
• Current Resume
• Federal and State Reporting Form (optional but requested)

Applications received by Friday, March 5, 2010 will receive first consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  Application materials will not be returned.  Mail or deliver application to:

Office of Human Resources & Employee Relations
Shoreline Community College-Administration Building #1000
16101 Greenwood Avenue North
Shoreline, WA 98133-5696
206-546-4769
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SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applicants must meet the required qualifications to be considered for this position; however, meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.  Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by telephone. 

• Shoreline is a comprehensive community college located on 83 scenic acres near Puget Sound in a suburban area of northwest Seattle. The College offers a rich complement of transfer, professional/technical, basic skills and continuing education programs to over 8,000 full- and part-time students (approximately 5,000 FTE). Our instructional divisions administer a strong liberal arts transfer program and 60 degree and certificate professional/technical education programs, including, health, business, industrial technology, education and human services, criminal justice, science technology, graphic design and multimedia.

• Shoreline Community College is committed to an environment that reflects our pluralistic society.  We welcome applications from ethnic minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, Vietnam Era veterans and disabled veterans.  We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age or disability.  Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office at (206) 546-4769 or TTY at (206) 546-4520.
      
• Shoreline Community College maintains a smoke-free /drug-free work environment.